November 12, 2026 | Volleyball
STARKVILLE – Head Coach Julie Darty Dennis and her staff added three signees to their 2027 roster on Wednesday, signing Sullivan Todd, Addyson Avery, and Elleora Utecht.
"I'm extremely excited to add these high-character people and talented players to our roster," Head Coach Julie Darty Dennis said.
Todd, a setter from Mountain Brook, Alabama, is ranked first in 5A Area 10 and 39th in the state of Alabama in assists with 688. She competed as a member of the USA U18 National Team, which finished fifth at the 2025 World School Volleyball Championship. She also helped her club team win the 2026 AAU Girls Junior National Championship in the 18U Club division.
Avery, a middle blocker from Ocala, Florida, is ranked fourth in the state of Florida in hitting percentage, hitting .464, and 33rd nationally. She has recorded 320 kills, ranking second in 2A District 3, and is ranked second in blocks in the district with 80.
Utecht, an outside hitter, recorded 338 kills during her senior season, and currently ranks first in the South Suburban Conference. Hailing from Lakeville, Minnesota, she is a two-time Minnesota State Champion and is vying for her third title. She has also been named to Minnesota's All-Tournament team twice. In 2025 she was a USAV National Champion and All-American, and in 2023 helped lead her AAU team to a National Championship, earning tournament MVP and All-American honors.
"This 2027 class is special and will fit right into our gym and locker room. They all have a relentless work ethic, drive and desire to be great," Darty Dennis said. "They are wonderful teammates and we are excited for them to join us in StarkVegas."
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"I'm extremely excited to add these high-character people and talented players to our roster," Head Coach Julie Darty Dennis said.
Todd, a setter from Mountain Brook, Alabama, is ranked first in 5A Area 10 and 39th in the state of Alabama in assists with 688. She competed as a member of the USA U18 National Team, which finished fifth at the 2025 World School Volleyball Championship. She also helped her club team win the 2026 AAU Girls Junior National Championship in the 18U Club division.
Avery, a middle blocker from Ocala, Florida, is ranked fourth in the state of Florida in hitting percentage, hitting .464, and 33rd nationally. She has recorded 320 kills, ranking second in 2A District 3, and is ranked second in blocks in the district with 80.
Utecht, an outside hitter, recorded 338 kills during her senior season, and currently ranks first in the South Suburban Conference. Hailing from Lakeville, Minnesota, she is a two-time Minnesota State Champion and is vying for her third title. She has also been named to Minnesota's All-Tournament team twice. In 2025 she was a USAV National Champion and All-American, and in 2023 helped lead her AAU team to a National Championship, earning tournament MVP and All-American honors.
"This 2027 class is special and will fit right into our gym and locker room. They all have a relentless work ethic, drive and desire to be great," Darty Dennis said. "They are wonderful teammates and we are excited for them to join us in StarkVegas."
VisitHailState.com for the latest news and information on volleyball. Fans can also follow the program on social media by searching 'HailStateVB' onX, FacebookandInstagram.
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